Sicily

L'Approdo delle Sirene Bed and Breakfast is set in two floors of a historic building overlooking the harbour of Ortigia, the ancient historical heart of the city just across from modern Siracusa in Sicily. In fact, you can cross over to the new town using the bridge which connects the waterfront.

The 8 rooms are elegantly furnished in typical Mediterranean style and with wonderful parquet floors. All are air-conditioned and come with a personal computer, free Wi-Fi and an LCD TV. Some rooms have a balcony and some offer views of the sea. Breakfast is a sweet and savoury buffet served on the terrace overlooking the harbor and out to sea. Sicilian cannoli feature every Sunday

Since 2006 soloSicily has been providing the most desirable and beautiful villas in Sicily to travellers from across the world. With our base in Sicily we have the unique advantage of being able to hand-pick and visit all of our villas to ensure they are of the highest standard.

In 2011, luxury apartments belonging to Hotel Villa Carlotta and about 150 meters from the hotel, were opened in the centre of Taormina. They can be rented on a self-catering basis and guests can also enjoy the facilities of the hotel. The apartments are made up of one or two elegant bedrooms with king size beds, en-suite bathrooms and include a large living room, dining table, fully equipped kitchenette, one or two bathrooms with shower, bath tub and air conditioning, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi access.

Hotel Villa Carlotta is a luxury boutique hoteljust a five minute walk from the historical center of Taormina.It is a sophisticated choice for anyone looking for a vacation of charm and exclusivity and is ideal for a romantic getaway or honeymoon stay in Sicily.

The owners, who also manage the hotel personally, pride themselves on an impeccable service and aim to make all guests feel as if you are staying in a private Sicilian home which includes a Meditteranean garden, swimming pool and one of the most wonderful views in Italy over the Ionian Sea towards Mount Etna.

The Castello San Marco charming hotel & Spa is located in an atmospheric historical residence along the Taormina Riviera between the Sicilian coast and the famous volcano of Etna. The original structure dates from 1690 and the main building of the complex, consisting of the warehouse and the large manor house was completed in less than two years thanks to the determination of Ignazio Sebastiano Cruyllas, Prince of Palagonia.

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